Beryl has strengthened into a hurricane in the Atlantic, forecast to become a major storm as it nears Caribbean
MIAMI (AP) — Beryl has strengthened into a hurricane in the Atlantic, forecast to become a major storm as it nears Caribbean.
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Ancient find in Aussie desert sheds light on 130-year-old European mystery
For decades, researchers have been working to understand more about thousands of tiny bones. Find out more.
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Trailer full of fish exposes disturbing reality in Aussie waterways
The huge catch was a significant step towards trying to remove the noxious species from Aussie waterways.
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Millions set to swelter in major heatwave
Heatwave and fire danger warnings have been issued for most of the country as experts say it’s ‘all about the heat’ this week.
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‘Being lied to’: Icon’s warning for Aussie state
The American-Australian musician has issued a chilling warning over an “out of touch” proposal that could set Australia back.
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Battle erupts over plan for crystal clear 'lost world' paradise sitting 300km off Aussie coast
It is one of Australia's last truly wild places that you've probably never heard of. But it's at the centre of an emotional fight.
- FTW Outdoors
Lying poacher to pay record amount for illegal take of trophy buck
A poacher illegally harvested a trophy white-tailed deer buck on private property he falsely claimed belonged to his sister, resulting in the largest restitution value for a single white-tailed deer in Ohio history. Christopher J. Alexander, 28, pleaded guilty…
- CNN
Scientists mapped the world’s rivers over 35 years. They found shocking changes
The flow of water through the planet’s nearly 3 million rivers is changing rapidly, with potentially drastic implications for everything from drinking water supplies to flood risks, according to a new study.
- Euronews
Serial squirrel photographer takes the top prize in 2024’s funniest wildlife photo awards
The competition hopes to use humour and exceptional photography to promote conservation.View on euronews
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Warning about swimming in contaminated creek
Swimmers have been told to avoid one of this city’s most popular waterways after it became contaminated by a sewage leak.
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Geminid meteor shower to light up night sky
The Geminid meteor shower returns every December.
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Gardener's warning over destructive nature of invasive plant popular in Aussie backyards
Aussies are being warned to think twice before making this major mistake in their gardens.
- BBC
Plans for bio-receptive tiles to help coastal wildlife
The textured tiles would help rebuild habitats and attract animals like water voles and kingfishers.
- BBC
Hundreds of trees blocking canals after storm
The Canal & River Trust said it had removed 150 of the 400 trees brought down by gale-force winds.
- The Independent
Lab-made ‘mirror bacteria’ could endanger all life on earth, scientists warn
Synthetic microbes can cause pervasive infections in humans, animals and plants
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Basilisk Lizard, aka 'Jesus Christ Lizard,' Walks on Water
If you've ever seen a lizard running across the surface of water, you've likely witnessed the amazing basilisk lizard in action. This stunning feat earned the basilisk the nickname "Jesus Christ lizard." Like the founder of Christianity, this slithery critter can walk across lakes and seas.
- BBC
Plan for 72 homes at former quarry approved
The number of properties is reduced after complaint the area is being overdeveloped.
- BBC
Rare heathland species to benefit from restoration
Smooth snakes and nightjars are among the species to benefit from the restoration of Avon Heath.
- CNN
This family spends months at sea exploring the deep ocean
Ghislain Bardout and Emmanuelle Périé-Bardout, founders of ocean exploration organization Under the Pole, take their children on wild and remote expeditions to investigate the ocean’s “twilight zone.”
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A Galapagos Tortoise Weighs Almost 1,000 Pounds
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